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User Guide V1.0
PRS-950
Digital Book Reader
©2010 Sony Corporation
4-260-631-11(1)

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  • Page 1 Click for instant access! Table of Contents Index User Guide V1.0 PRS-950 Digital Book Reader ©2010 Sony Corporation 4-260-631-11(1)
  • Page 2 CONGRATULATIONS Your Reader Daily Edition™ comes with these useful features: Unplug and unwind – with mobile network and Wi-Fi connection, you can download ebooks straight to your Reader™ without a computer and take your library on the go. 7” e-paper with Clear Touch Screen –...
  • Page 3 First, check “Troubleshooting” ( 96) and refer to the Reader Library™ Help to resolve the issue. Support Web site and contact: www.sony.com/readersupport Phone number: 1-866-962-7669 Support for the Reader™ Store Go to the Reader Store Help and Support page according to the followings.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents Index

    About the User Guide When using your Reader to view this User Guide, please note the following instructions. To use the page links Tap the page link to jump to the page directly (e.g., 5). To return to the previous page, press OPTIONS tap [Go to] [Previous View].

  • Page 5: Useful Features

    Useful Features Annotation Bookmarking ( Highlighting Word(s) ( Handwriting a note ( Adding a note ( Resizing Adjusting the text size ( Changing a page mode ( Zooming in ( 49) Adjusting Content View ( 52) Searching Finding notes within a book ( 44), among books ( Searching keywords (...
  • Page 6 Jumping to a page ( 57) Dictionary When reading a book ( As an application ( List of previously looked up words ( Reading Periodicals ( 65) Collection Management Creating ( Adding contents ( Deleting ( Other Applications Handwriting ( Text Memo ( Picture Viewer ( Audio Player (...
  • Page 7 Mobile network and Wi-Fi Connecting mobile network ( Connecting Wi-Fi ( Reader Store ( Browsing Internet Content ( xx) Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents About the User Guide..........4 Useful Features ............5 Chapter 1 Overview Parts and Controls..............15 Specifications................20 Chapter 2 Getting Started Charging the Reader ............23 Power Saving Tips ..............25 Basic Operation Touch Screen................28 On-screen keyboard............31 Home Menu................33 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 9 Getting Content Accessing the Reader Store Wirelessly ......36 Creating Reader Store Account........39 Making Purchases ..............40 Downloading Content............42 Accessing the Reader Store with your computer ..45 Step 1: Installing Reader Library .........47 Step 2: Creating an Account and Purchasing eBooks ................49 Step 3: Transferring your eBooks to your Reader..51 Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 10 Chapter 3 Reading Content Reading Books................54 OPTIONS Menu ..............56 Annotation................60 Bookmarking ..............60 Highlighting word(s)............61 Handwriting a note ............62 Adding a note..............63 Finding a Note ................65 Searching for notes within a book......65 Finding the notes in all contents ........67 Resizing..................68 Changing a page mode ..........69 Zooming in .................70 Adjusting Content View ............73 Screen Orientation..............75...
  • Page 11 Using Wikipedia ..............85 Reading Periodicals ..............87 Reading from Memory Stick™ or SD Card ....90 Browsing Internet Content Browsing Websites (Open Browser)........92 Browsing Web Site ............92 Registering sites in bookmark ........94 Collections Collections ................98 Creating ................98 Adding contents...............99 Deleting a collection............ 100 Removing contents ............
  • Page 12 Applications Applications menu............. 106 Using an embedded dictionary ....... 107 Creating drawings............108 Creating text memos ........... 111 Viewing pictures............113 Playing audio files ............115 Settings Changing Settings ............. 118 [General Settings]............120 [Application Preferences] ........... 121 [System Management] ..........122 [Initialization]..............
  • Page 13 Appendix Precautions................145 Copyright Notice ..............155 GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE....... 157 Supported File Formats............ 158 System Requirements............160 Index ..................162 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 14: Index

    Chapter 1 Overview ........... X - XX Parts and Controls............7 Specifications ............22 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 15: Parts And Controls

    Overview Parts and Controls Charge/Busy indicator Power switch Slide to the right and release quickly Stylus Micro USB connector WIRELESS switch Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 16 Parts and Controls Power Switch Action Power on or wake up Slide to the right and release quickly. from sleep mode Enter sleep mode Slide and release quickly. The standby screen appears. Power off When not in sleep mode slide and completely hold for more than 3 seconds.
  • Page 17 Charging the Reader Memory Stick Duo™ SD card media Mark Mark Memory Stick PRO Duo™ slot Memory card access indicator Lights up in orange during memory card access. SD card slot Please see regarding memory card usage. Stylus For more precise operations, use the supplied stylus. Insert fully into the holder when not in use.
  • Page 18 Charging the Reader Touch screen ( Lightly tap the screen either with a finger, or the supplied stylus to navigate. Page Turn buttons Press < (previous) or > (next) to turn the page. Press and hold < or > to turn pages continuously. Home button ( Shows the [Home] menu.
  • Page 19 Power Saving Tips Volume button* ( Adjusts the volume when playing an audio file. * A tactile dot on the + button helps with ease of operation. Headphones jack Micro USB connector ( Used for transferring data and charging the Reader. RESET hole ( WIRELESS Switch Sets to ON when using mobile network or Wi-Fi...

  • Page 20: Table Of Contents Index

    Specifications Specifications Model name PRS-950 Power source Built-in rechargeable battery: 3.7 V DC AC adapter: 5.0 V DC, 1,500 mA USB communication: Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 compliant) Battery life (continuous playback) Maximum Battery: Approx. 12,000 continuous page turns when reading only *...
  • Page 21 Specifications 16-level gray scale Wireless WAN (3G): HSPA/WCDMA 800/850/900/1900/2100 MHz GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900 MHz Wireless LAN: 802.11b / g compliant Expansion slots Memory Stick PRO Duo™ slot, SD card slot Please see regarding memory card usage. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 22: Chapter 2

    Chapter 2 Getting Started ......... X - XX Charging the Reader..........XX Power Saving Tips ............XX Basic Operation ........X - XX Touch Screen .............XX Home Menu ...............XX Getting Content ..........XX Accessing the Reader Store wirelessly .....XX Connection Options..........XX Reader Store Registration ........XX Making Purchases ............XX Accessing the Reader Store from your computer ..............XX...

  • Page 23: Charging The Reader

    Getting Started Charging the Reader Charge your Reader by connecting to an AC outlet using the supplied AC adapter (PRSA-AC1). The time to completely charge a depleted battery is about 3 hours. Connect one end of the USB cable to the micro USB connector of the Reader, and the other end to the AC adapter.
  • Page 24 Charging the Reader Notes Do not use an AC adapter other than this one with the Reader. Connect the AC adapter to an easily accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the AC adapter, disconnect it from the AC outlet. Tips While charging with the optional AC adapter, appears...

  • Page 25: Power Saving Tips

    Power Saving Tips Power Saving Tips Charging Battery To fully charge your Reader, continue charging until indicator shows completion of charge ( 12). Charging a completely depleted battery will take 3.75 hours when connected to the supplied AC adapter (PRSA-AC1). Recommended Temperature Please use your Reader within the recommended operating temperature range (...
  • Page 26 Power Saving Tips More power requiring operations The following cases may consume more power. Using mobile network or Wi-Fi network Graphics intensive content Playing audio files Photo slideshow with a short duration Using external memory cards Frequent insertion and ejection of memory cards An excessive number of contents in a memory card...
  • Page 27 Power Saving Tips Tips to save power If you do not use the Reader for more than one day, power off the Reader completely ( 8, 89). Do not leave the Reader uncharged for a prolonged period of time. This may reduce the charging capability.

  • Page 28: Creating

    Basic Operation Touch Screen You can perform various touch operations with a finger or the supplied stylus. ( Single-tapping: for selecting an item Double-tapping: for bookmarks ( 39), instant dictionary search ( 60), word search ( 55), highlighting ( 40), etc. Example: creating a bookmark ( 39) To delete a bookmark, double-tap it.
  • Page 29 Touch Screen Swiping In the page view, swiping the screen turns a page. To change page turn preference, see Swiping and holding Swipe and hold the page to turn pages repeatedly. Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 30: Handwriting

    Touch Screen Dragging In zoom-in mode ( 49), tap and drag to reposition the displayed page. In the [Handwriting] ( application or [Create/Edit] function ( 41), handwriting on the screen can be performed with the supplied stylus ( 9) or a finger. Double-tapping and dragging Double-tap the first word, drag to the last word slowly and release to select consecutive words (...

  • Page 31: On-Screen Keyboard

    Touch Screen On-screen keyboard The on-screen keyboard is used for many functions. The key array of the keyboard varies depending on the category of the input text (URL, telephone number, numerical value, etc.). Input area Perform at input area Edit Tap to place the cursor.
  • Page 32 Touch Screen Perform at input area Switch the character to switch to the upper-case type keyboard. Tap to switch to additional characters. Input previously Tap one of previously entered words entered words shown below the input area. Note Keyboard history only records (hyphened) words of 4 to 15 letters.

  • Page 33: Home Menu

    Touch Screen Home Menu Press the (Home) button to display the [Home] menu. Last read content Tap to list book(s) ( Newly loaded book(s) Collection list ( Bookmarks and annotations Reader settings ( More applications ( [Home] menu Reader Store Status bar ( Periodicals ( [New Delivery] appears when a periodical is transferred.
  • Page 34 Home Menu About the status bar ( 30) Icon Description Current status indicator of mobile network and Wi-Fi network ( Mobile network (3G) indicator. This appears when connected to a 3G network, which is faster than a 2G network. The Reader is automatically connected to a 3G network when available.
  • Page 35 Home Menu Icon Description Audio playback in background. Battery status indicator ( 13). While charging with the supplied AC adapter (PRSA-AC1). appears when fully charged. Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 36: Accessing The Reader Store Wirelessly

    Getting Content Accessing the Reader Store Wirelessly With mobile network or Wi-Fi connection, you can purchase and download eBooks and periodicals directly from the Reader Store. Tap [Store] at [Home] menu. [Wi-Fi Set-up] screen appears. Connect to a Wi-Fi as preference network.
  • Page 37 Mobile network status For information on the network coverage area, please visit: http://www.sony.com/readersupport Icon Status The Reader is connected to the mobile network. The more bars, the stronger the signal.
  • Page 38 Accessing the Reader Store Wirelessly Icon Status The Reader cannot receive a mobile network signal. In this state, you cannot access the Reader Store. When [Wi-Fi] is set to [Off ] in the [Wireless Controls] setting ( xx), this icon is also displayed The WIRELESS switch is set to OFF ( XX).

  • Page 39: Creating Reader Store Account

    In order to purchase and download eBooks or periodicals, you need to register an account at the Reader Store, or if you already have a Reader Store account or Sony Style account, sign in via your e-mail address and password. Tap [Create Account]...

  • Page 40: Making Purchases

    Making Purchases Making Purchases Browse the Reader Store to find your desired books and purchase them by following the store instructions. Return to the top Display the page of the Reader information of Store. the buying history and the credit card. OPTIONS menu of the Reader Store Pressing the OPTIONS button ( xx) will display the...

  • Page 41: Audio Player

    Making Purchases Item Description/Reference page [Legal Information] Displays the Reader Store Legal information page. [Continue Reading] Shows the last read page of the content. [Now Playing] Shows audio player ( xx). [Resume Playing] Resumes audio playback ( xx). Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 42: Table Of Contents Index

    Downloading Content Downloading Content Select the eBooks that you wish to purchase, and tap [Buy Now]. Follow the on-screen instructions to proceed to the purchasing process. Tap [Buy Now] At the end of the eBook purchasing process, [Download completed] is displayed in the status bar and the purchased eBook can be read from the [Home] menu.

  • Page 43: Table Of Contents Index

    Downloading Content Subscribing to newspapers/magazines You can subscribe to newspapers/magazines in the Reader Store. Go to the periodical menu and follow the store instructions. About auto delivery Once you have subscribed to newspapers/magazines in the Reader Store, newly published issues will be delivered to the Reader automatically.
  • Page 44 Downloading Content When a new issue is delivered to the Reader, it will be displayed in the [Home] menu. You can also find the issue from the [Periodicals] list and [Collections] list. [New Delivery]: Most recent delivered issues Purchased book [Collections]: Opens the [Collections] list ( [Periodicals]:...

  • Page 45: Accessing The Reader Store With Your Computer

    Reader device Sony Reader Library software (Reader Library) will allow you to shop and manage eBooks and other content purchased from the Sony Reader Store (Reader Store). Reader Library can also be used to manage eBooks from other sources such as your local public library or Google Books.
  • Page 46 Accessing the Reader Store with your computer Installing Reader Library on to your PC or Mac is easy. There are 3 simple steps to follow. Step 1: Installing Reader Library ( xx) Step 2: Creating an account and purchasing eBooks ( xx) Step 3: Transferring your eBooks to your Reader™...

  • Page 47: Step 1: Installing Reader Library

    Accessing the Reader Store with your computer Step 1: Installing Reader Library Connect your Reader to your computer using the supplied USB cable. Ensure that your Reader is turned on and your computer is switched on, connected to the Internet, and you have Administrator access. To an AC outlet USB cable (supplied) Note...
  • Page 48 Accessing the Reader Store with your computer For Windows users, go to the “Start” menu and click “My Computer” (or “Computer” for Windows Vista and Windows 7 users). Then double-click the “SETTING” drive and then double-click “Setup Reader Library for Windows”.

  • Page 49: Ebooks

    Accessing the Reader Store with your computer You can navigate around the different sections of Reader Library using the navigation menu on the left-hand side. When your Reader is connected to your computer, you will see [Reader] appear in the list.
  • Page 50 Accessing the Reader Store with your computer Create an account on the Reader Store. Note If you have already created an Adobe Account, use your Adobe ID (this is usually your email address) and password when creating your Reader Store account. Click the [Register] link.

  • Page 51: Step 3: Transferring Your Ebooks To Your Reader

    Accessing the Reader Store with your computer Purchase and download eBooks. Once you set up your account, you can purchase eBooks, subscribe to periodicals and search over 1 million titles from Google Books. You can also borrow eBooks from your local public libraries.
  • Page 52 Accessing the Reader Store with your computer Click on the eBook that you wish to transfer and drag-and-drop it to [Reader] in the left- hand menu. After a few moments, your eBook will be transferred. If the Reader Library does not function as expected, refer to “Troubleshooting”...
  • Page 53 Chapter 3 Reading Content..........42 Browsing Internet Content ......72 Collections............76 Managing Content......... XX Applications ............82 Settings ............98 Troubleshooting .......... 105 Appendix............113 Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 54: Reading Books

    Reading Content Reading Books [Books] at [Home] menu to view a book list. Tap a desired book to open. Tap to previous page Tap to change sorting order Title Date of Conditional icon transfer display ( to Reader Tap to open a book Scroll bar Tips Please see...
  • Page 55 OPTIONS Menu Operation at page view Double-tap Swipe the screen to turn page to bookmark : Handwritten memo. Tap to show its thumbnail. Tap the thumbnail to display in full size. : An added note. Tap to view the added note. Double-tap to open Tap to jump to dictionary/search/...

  • Page 56: Options Menu

    OPTIONS Menu OPTIONS Menu Pressing the OPTIONS button ( 10) will display the menu for related supplementary functions. Items in the OPTIONS menu The following items are listed in alphabetical order. When displaying the OPTIONS menu, not all items listed below will be shown in any given circumstance. Item Description/Reference page [Add Content],...

  • Page 57: Dictionary

    OPTIONS Menu Item Description/Reference page [Delete Word Logs] Selects and deletes previous dictionary word searches ( 64). [Go to] [Previous View]: Jumps to the previously viewed page ( 59). [History]: Navigates previously- viewed pages. ( [Select Page]: Jumps to another page 58).
  • Page 58 OPTIONS Menu Item Description/Reference page [Protect Audio], Protects audio, books, drawings, [Protect Books], issues, text memos or pictures from [Protect Drawings], accidental deletion ( 75). [Protect Issues], [Protect Memos], [Protect Pictures] [Remove Bookmark] Deletes the bookmark on the page 39). [Remove Content] Removes content from a collection 73).

  • Page 59: Dictionary

    OPTIONS Menu Item Description/Reference page [Word Logs: Book] Within either a book or a periodical, [Word Logs: Periodical] shows a list of the last 100 words previously searched in the dictionary 63). [Word Logs: Dictionary] Within a dictionary, shows a list of the last 100 words previously searched 61).

  • Page 60: Annotation

    Annotation Annotation Bookmarking Creating: – Double-tap the upper right corner of page. When the pages are displayed in [Two Page View] mode, the bookmark can be created by double-tapping the left corner of the left page. ( xx). – From the OPTIONS menu: [Add Bookmark] ( –...

  • Page 61: Highlighting Word(S)

    Annotation Highlighting word(s) Highlighting at page view: – A word: Double-tap a word. – Consecutive words: Double-tap and drag ( 25). – At pop-up tool window, tap marker to highlight. Quit Marker – Highlighting can be done in the OPTIONS menu: [Notes] [Create/Edit] ( 41).

  • Page 62: Handwriting A Note

    Annotation Handwriting a note Press OPTIONS tap [Notes] [Create/Edit] a stylus or finger to draw a line. Marker Eraser Bookmark Auto save and quit Lists notes in the content ( Deleting a drawn line/highlight: Tap and stroke across the drawn line or highlight. Notes While writing, make sure that you are not touching another area on the screen –...

  • Page 63: Adding A Note

    Annotation Adding a note Tap a bookmark or highlighted word Drawing] or [by Keyboard]. To enter a handwritten note, tap [by Drawing]. Quit Drawing area Eraser To enter a memo with typed in text ( 26), tap [by Keyboard]. Note When adding a note to the highlighted text in [Create/ Edit], unselect any annotation tool icon and then tap the highlight.
  • Page 64 Finding a Note Notes While writing, make sure that you are not touching another area on the screen – this could affect the notes that you write with the stylus or your finger. To ensure your notes are correctly saved, do not handwrite notes too close to the edge of the screen.

  • Page 65: Finding A Note

    Finding a Note Finding a Note Searching for notes within a book Press OPTIONS tap [Notes] [List]. A list of all the bookmarks, highlights, and handwritten memos in the current book appears. Tap to change sort type Headline Annotated page number Types of note ( Please see regarding OPTIONS menu.
  • Page 66 Finding a Note Icons and types of note in the [Notes] list Icon Types of note Bookmark Bookmark with a handwritten note Bookmark with a text note Highlight Highlight with a handwritten note Highlight with a text note Handwritten memo You can set to merge the notes of the Reader and Reader Library when synchronizing.

  • Page 67: Finding The Notes In All Contents

    Finding a Note Finding the notes in all contents [All Notes] at [Home] menu. A list of all the bookmarks, highlights, and handwritten memos in all contents appears. Tap to change sort type Headline Annotated date/Book or Periodical title/Issue date/ Annotated page number Types of note ( Please see...

  • Page 68: Resizing

    Resizing Resizing Press 10) for re-sizing. Quit Text sizes Size indicator Adjusting the text size: Select one of text size icons and close. Notes When you view PDF files in a size other than [S], the following may occur. [S] size is the default font size. If another size is selected, text size may not change correctly.

  • Page 69: Changing A Page Mode

    Resizing Changing a page mode A page can be magnified by selecting the page mode. Press tap [Page Mode]. Tap a desired item from the following. [Page Mode] menu [Page Mode] item Description [Original] Displays the original page layout. [Margin Cut] Removes the margins.

  • Page 70: Zooming In

    Resizing Zooming in The current page in view can be magnified. Also, the magnification can be locked so that the desired setting can be maintained. This feature is useful when reading a book containing scanned images. Press tap [ Zoom In]. Pressing and >...
  • Page 71 Resizing Zooming a specified image or column to the screen size While in zoom-in mode, double-tap an image or column which you wish to magnify. The image or column size is magnified automatically to fit the screen size, and the magnification is locked. When in zoom-in mode, you may move to the next/previous page at zoom lock ([ Lock]) mode.
  • Page 72 Resizing Using the zoom-in mode Switch the screen orientation. Fit the page width to the screen width. Fit the page height to the screen height. [ Lock] Lock the zoom ratio and the magnified area. The book can be read as it is. [ Unlock] Return to the zoom-in mode.

  • Page 73: Adjusting Content View

    Adjusting Content View Adjusting Content View A page that is hard to read, such as a scanned or color converted document, can be made more readable by adjusting the brightness and contrast. Press OPTIONS tap [Adjust View]. Tap the desired item from the following. Item Description [Original]...
  • Page 74 Adjusting Content View Custom setting mode drag the slider, or tap repeatedly until the page is adjusted to the desired brightness and contrast. Slider Restores the value of previous custom settings. to apply the setting and exit. The change will only be stored in the content being adjusted.

  • Page 75: Screen Orientation

    Screen Orientation Screen Orientation The screen orientation can be switched to either portrait (vertical) or landscape (horizontal) mode by selecting [Orientation] in any OPTIONS menu. To change the direction of screen rotation, see [Screen Orientation] ( 88). Portrait Landscape Position indicator Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 76: Searching

    Searching Searching By selecting a word(s) To select a word, double-tap a desired word at page view. To select consecutive words, see “Double-tapping and dragging” ( 25). The following screen will appear. Quit Search To cancel, tap and tap anywhere on the page view.
  • Page 77 Searching From the on-screen keyboard Press OPTIONS tap [Search] input a word using the on-screen keyboard ( [Search]. The search result screen will appear. The results are highlighted on the page. to move to the previous/next result. To cancel, tap and quit.

  • Page 78: Jumping To A

    Jumping to a Page Jumping to a Page By using the slider Tap the page number shown in the status bar drag the slider, or tap a point on the page jump bar. Quit Page jump bar Slider Page number Jumping to a page can be done from the OPTIONS menu.
  • Page 79 Jumping to a Page By page number Tap the page number shown in the status bar [Enter Page #] tap the number keys to input a page number [Go]. You will jump to the specified page. Input area (Delete) key If the input page number exceeds the number of pages in the book, the Reader will show the last page.
  • Page 80 Jumping to a Page By tapping a link The link appears highlighted on the screen. Tap the link to jump to the linked page. Note If a hyperlink is covered with highlighting, press OPTIONS tap [Notes] [Hide] to hide highlighting. Returning to the previously displayed page Press OPTIONS tap [Go to]...

  • Page 81: Using Embedded Dictionaries

    Using Embedded Dictionaries Using Embedded Dictionaries An instant search for a meaning or translation is possible with the embedded dictionaries. Double-tap a word. The headline of the word definition is displayed. Dictionary Candidates words ( Definition area Title of current dictionary Tips to switch and search in another dictionary.
  • Page 82 Using Embedded Dictionaries or the definition area. The definition is displayed in-full in the dictionary viewer. To go to the next page, either swipe the screen or press < > (Page Turn) buttons ( 10). Definition area (Keyboard) ( Tips Double-tapping a word in the definition area will look up the selected word in the same dictionary.
  • Page 83 Using Embedded Dictionaries To list words with same head letters as previously entered words (keyboard) The list of candidate words changes dynamically whenever the word in the input area is modified. Listed candidate words Number of entries and page number/total pages Scrolls the page Input area Table of Contents...

  • Page 84: Listing Previously Looked Up Words

    Using Embedded Dictionaries Listing previously looked up words At page view, press OPTIONS tap [Word Logs: Book]. The looked up words are listed in the order of most recently looked up. Word and definition Tap a desired word. To delete word logs Press OPTIONS tap [Delete Word Logs] tap the...

  • Page 85: Using Wikipedia

    Using Wikipedia Using Wikipedia A word or text can be searched for a information using Wikipedia (only when connected to a Wi-Fi network). Double-tap a word. The headline of the word definition is displayed. Wikipedia Table of Contents Index...
  • Page 86 Using Wikipedia [Wikipedia]. The Wikipedia page appears. Tips Wikipedia can be used when connecting Wi-Fi network. If [Continue with Wi-Fi set-up] is displayed, tap [Setting] to make the Wi-Fi network settings. ( xx). Please see regarding OPTIONS menu. Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 87: Reading Periodicals

    Reading Periodicals Reading Periodicals You can read newspapers/magazines from [Periodicals] in the [Home] menu. [Periodicals] at [Home] menu. [New Delivery]: Most recent delivered issue [Periodicals]: Opens the [Periodicals] list If you want to read most recent delivered issue, tap [New Delivery] at [Home] menu and read the issue ( 70).
  • Page 88 Reading Periodicals Tap a desired issue in the list. Tap to previous page Tap to change sorting order Issue date Front page Conditional icon headline display ( Tap to open an issue Scroll bar Please see regarding OPTIONS menu. Use the navigation bar to read. Operations on a section Previous section Return to the first page...
  • Page 89 Reading Periodicals Tips Annotations can be added ( 39). Please see regarding OPTIONS menu. To delete a issue(s) Tap [Periodicals] at [Home] menu tap a periodical to go to issue list press OPTIONS tap [Delete Issues]. To delete, refer to the example instructions for deleting books in “Deleting Content”...

  • Page 90: Reading From Memory Stick™ Or Sd Card

    Reading from Memory Stick™ or SD Card Reading from Memory Stick™ or SD Card You can transfer the purchased content on your computer to a memory card by using Reader Libray. The content on a memory card can be read by inserting the memory card with the Reader ( xx).
  • Page 91 Reading from Memory Stick™ or SD Card Reading books on a memory card [Books] at [Home] menu to view a book list, Tap a book with icon to open. Content on SD card Content on Memory Stick Tap to open a book Duo™...

  • Page 92: Browsing Websites (Open Browser)

    Browsing Websites (Open Browser) Browsing Websites (Open Browser) Web site can be browsed only when connected to a Wi-Fi network. Before accessing a Web site, confirm: The WIRELESS switch is set to ON. ( xx). Check that the [Mobile Network] or [Wi-Fi] is set to [On] in the [Wireless Controls] setting ( The wireless network is available.
  • Page 93 Browsing Websites (Open Browser) To display Web site by selecting Web Bookmarks At the Browse Home page or Web site page view, press OPTIONS. Tap [Bookmarks]. Tap the bookmark of the desired Web site. For details on adding Web Bookmarks, see “Registering sites in bookmark”...

  • Page 94: Registering Sites In Bookmark

    Browsing Websites (Open Browser) Registering sites in bookmark A Web site page view you want to add to Web Bookmark, press OPTIONS. Tap [Add to Bookmark]. To delete a Web Bookmark In the Browse Home page or Web site page view, press OPTIONS tap [View Bookmarks].
  • Page 95 Browsing Websites (Open Browser) To Edit the content of Web Bookmarks At Web Bookmarks page view, press OPTIONS. Tap [Edit Bookmarks]. Tap a desired Bookmark tap an item to edit. When the edit is completed, tap [OK]. Tap [OK]. To delete a Web Bookmark In Web Bookmarks page view, press OPTIONS.
  • Page 96 Browsing Websites (Open Browser) OPTIONS menu of Open Browser Pressing the OPTIONS button ( xx) will display the menu for related supplementary functions. The following items are listed in alphabetical order. When displaying the OPTIONS menu, not all items listed below will be shown in any given circumstance. Item Description/Reference page [Add to bookmark]...
  • Page 97 Browsing Websites (Open Browser) Item Description/Reference page [Stop] XXXXXXXXXX. [Take Screenshot] Saves the screenshot of the currently displayed Web site ( XX). Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 98: Collections

    Collections Collections Creating You can group desired content in Reader as a collection. [Collections] at [Home] menu [New Collection]. [New Collection] Press OPTIONS tap [New Collection] to create a collection. Enter the collection name using the on-screen keyboard ( tap [OK]. Tap [Internal Memory], [Memory Stick™] or [SD Card] to select where you want to create the collection...

  • Page 99: Adding Contents

    Collections You can create/sync a collection by Reader Library. For details, refer to the Reader Library Help. To change a collection name In the [Collections] list, tap the collection press OPTIONS tap [Rename Collection] enter a new collection name using the on-screen keyboard [OK].

  • Page 100: Deleting A Collection

    Collections From either the books or issues list In the books or issues list, press OPTIONS [Add to Collection]. In the collection list, tap a collection you want to add the content. Tap the thumbnail of the desired content [Done]. You can check added content in the collection list.

  • Page 101: Removing Contents

    Collections Removing contents Even if you delete content in a collection, the corresponding content will remain undeleted on the Reader. [Collections] at [Home] menu tap a collection. Press OPTIONS tap [Remove Content]. Tap the thumbnail of each content to be deleted [Done] [Yes].

  • Page 102: Managing Content

    Managing Content Managing Content Deleting Content Example: [Books] list [Books] press OPTIONS tap [Delete Books]. To delete: tap a book thumbnail with the blank check box. To delete all: press OPTIONS tap [Select All]. To undelete: tap a book thumbnail with a checked check box.

  • Page 103: Protecting Content

    Managing Content Protecting Content Example: [Books] list [Books] press OPTIONS tap [Protect Books]. To protect: tap a book thumbnail with . To protect all: press OPTIONS tap [Protect All]. To unprotect: tap a book thumbnail with . To unprotect all: press OPTIONS tap [Unprotect All].

  • Page 104: Managing Periodicals

    Managing Content Managing periodicals In the issue list, you can keep only recent issues and delete previous issues automatically. [Periodicals] at [Home] menu tap a periodical. Press OPTIONS tap [Manage Subscription]. The management dialog appears. Tap the desired setting [Save] Tips If you want to delete extra issues immediately, tap [Delete extra issues now.]...
  • Page 105 Managing Content Notes You cannot manage periodicals on memory cards via the Reader. If the number of issues in the list is less than your selected number, [Delete extra issues] will not delete any issues. Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 106: Applications Menu

    Applications Applications menu The [Applications] menu provides useful functions, such as listening to music while reading a book, creating a text or a handwritten memo, and more. [Applications] at [Home] menu. Open Browser ( To use the currently selected dictionary To list/create handwritten note(s) ( To create/edit/view text memo(s) (...

  • Page 107: Using An Embedded Dictionary

    Applications menu Using an embedded dictionary [Dictionary] under [Applications] at [Home] menu. The name of the currently selected dictionary is shown at the top of the screen. To switch to another dictionary, press OPTIONS tap [Change Dictionary]. Input a word using the on-screen keyboard tap a candidate word.

  • Page 108: Creating Drawings

    Applications menu Creating drawings [Handwriting] under [Applications] at [Home] menu. Tap [New Drawing]. [New Drawing] Press OPTIONS tap [New Drawing] to create a drawing. Draw in the drawing area with the supplied stylus or your finger tap [Done]. To erase a line, tap tap or stroke a part of the line.
  • Page 109 Applications menu Tips If you tap [New], the current drawing is saved, and a new drawing editor opens. Newly created drawings will be saved only in the internal memory. Notes While writing, make sure that you are not touching another area on the screen –...
  • Page 110 Applications menu To delete/protect a drawing(s) [Handwriting] under [Applications] at [Home] menu, press OPTIONS tap [Delete Drawings] or [Protect Drawings]. To delete, follow the instruction after tapping [Delete Books] in “Deleting Content” ( 74). To protect, follow the instruction after tapping [Protect Books] in “Protecting Content”...

  • Page 111: Creating Text Memos

    Applications menu Creating text memos [Text Memo] under [Applications] at [Home] menu. Tap [New Memo]. [New Memo] Press OPTIONS tap [New Memo] to create a text memo. Enter text in the input area using the on-screen keyboard ( 26) Tap [Done]. Tips If you tap [New], the current text memo is saved, and a new text memo editor opens.
  • Page 112 Applications menu To delete/protect a text memo in the list [Text Memo] under [Applications] at [Home] menu, press OPTIONS tap [Delete Memos] or [Protect Memos]. To delete, refer to the example instructions for deleting books in “Deleting Content” ( 74). To protect, refer to the example instructions for protecting books in “Protecting Content”...

  • Page 113: Viewing Pictures

    Applications menu Viewing pictures You can view pictures stored in either internal memory or a memory card. Also, you can set your favorite pictures to the standby screen. [Pictures] under [Applications] at [Home] menu. Tap a thumbnail of desired picture on the list. Tips Please see regarding OPTIONS menu.
  • Page 114 Applications menu To set as a standby screen In the [Pictures] list, press OPTIONS [Select Standby Screen] tap the thumbnail of candidate picture [Done]. The [Standby Screen] setting is configured from the [Settings] menu ( 94). When two pictures or more have been selected, the displayed picture is changed every time the Reader enters the sleep mode ( xx).

  • Page 115: Playing Audio Files

    Applications menu Playing audio files You can enjoy audio files with optional headphones. Tap [Audio] under [Applications] at [Home] menu. Tap a desired album to go to the audio list. Tap a desired audio file, and play an audio file. The playback screen appears ( xx).
  • Page 116 Applications menu Playback screen operations Cover art Repeat icon Shuffle icon Play/pause Playback progress bar Playback icon appears Playback during playback position Volume indicator Skip to the Skip to the beginning of the beginning of the previous (or current next audio file if played more than 3 seconds from the beginning) audio...
  • Page 117 Applications menu Do this Pause a song Resume playback Skip to the previous/ Swipe the playback screen. next track Skip to the beginning of the Note previous (or current) Skips to the beginning of the current audio file/beginning audio file if played more than 3 of the next audio file seconds from the beginning.

  • Page 118: Changing Settings

    Settings Changing Settings [Settings] at [Home] menu. [General Settings] ( 90) [Date and Time] [Date and Time Format] [Page Turn Preference] [Menu Language] [Keyboard] [Screen Orientation] [Application Preferences] ( 91) [Dictionary] [Slideshow] [System Management] ( 92) [Power Management] [Device Lock] [Standby Screen] [Initialization] ( 95) [Restore Defaults]...
  • Page 119 Changing Settings [Wireless Controls] ( xx) [Wi-Fi Settings] ( xx) [About] Displays system and legal information of the Reader. [Device Shutdown] Shuts down (power off ) the Reader completely. Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 120: General Settings]

    Changing Settings [General Settings] [Date and Time] Tap a field to change. Input a number by tapping the numeric key pad. Tap [OK] to apply the change. The date and time of your Reader will be automatically synchronized to your computer by the Reader Library after connection.

  • Page 121: Application Preferences]

    Changing Settings [Screen Orientation] Sets the direction to rotate when changing from portrait to landscape mode. [Application Preferences] [Dictionary] Selects a default dictionary to use. [Slideshow] Sets the slideshow on/off and its duration up to 60 seconds. Note Slideshow may take a longer time to display depending on the size of picture.

  • Page 122: System Management]

    Changing Settings [System Management] [Power Management] Power management helps avoid unnecessary battery consumption. Power management operates as follows: After 10 minutes of inactivity, the Reader enters the sleep mode automatically and battery consumption is minimized. After three* days of inactivity, the Reader automatically shuts down and stops consuming battery power.
  • Page 123 [0000] is the factory setting. You are recommended to make a note of your password and keep it in a safe place separate from the Reader. If you forget your password, contact your Sony Customer Support ( 18); however, note that in unlocking your device, all content on it will be erased.

  • Page 124: Initialization]

    Changing Settings [Initialization] [Restore Defaults] Restores the Reader to its default settings. You will need to perform the initial settings after restoring. [Clear Keyboard History] Deletes predictive words for the on-screen keyboard. [Format Memory] Formats the internal memory of the Reader or an inserted memory card.

  • Page 125: Wireless Controls]

    Changing Settings [Wireless Controls] [Mobile Network] [Wi-Fi] Sets mobile network and Wi-Fi to on/off individually. When setting to [OFF], selected network is always disabled. [ON] is set by default. Tap [OK] to apply the change. Note Neither [Mobile Network] nor [Wi-Fi] cannot be set to [OFF]. If you want to disconnect from the connection of both mobile network and Wi-Fi, set the WIRELESS switch to OFF.

  • Page 126: Wi-Fi Network Settings]

    Changing Settings [Wi-Fi Network Settings] The [Wi-Fi Network Settings] screen can be displayed from the following two screens. Tap [Continue with Wi-Fi Setup] at [Wi-Fi-Set-up] screen ( xx). Tap [Wi-Fi Network Settings] at [Settings] menu. On the [Wi-Fi Network Settings] screen, registered access points and access points that are installed within the communication range of the Reader are displayed in a list.
  • Page 127 Changing Settings Tap the access point you want to connect to from the access points list. If an encryption key is required, the detailed screen appears. When no encryption key is required, the Reader connects to the selected access point. A check mark and [Connected] appears to the access point.
  • Page 128 Changing Settings Tips After registering, you can connect to the access point by simply selecting it from the [Wi-Fi Network Settings] screen. If you do not know the WEP key or WPA key for the access point, refer to the operation guide for the access point, or consult the administrator of the network or the public Internet access service provider.
  • Page 129 Changing Settings New Access Point You can register or edit the access points displayed in a list. The access point not displayed in the access point list can also be registered. Tap to register a new access point ( Tap to display the detailed screen of the access point to register or edit the access point settings (...
  • Page 130 Changing Settings Item Description [Wi-Fi Advanced [IP Address]: Tap [Auto] to set the IP Settings] address automatically by using DHCP when the access point supports DHCP. To set the IP address manually, tap [Manual] a field to change. Input a number by tapping the numeric key tap [OK].
  • Page 131 Changing Settings Registering a new access point not displayed in the list Tap [New Wi-Fi Network] tap the desired setting method. There are 3 way to register the access point. Set up following the instructions on the screen. Item Description [WPS Push Button] Connects to the WPS-compliant access point by using the push-button method.
  • Page 132 Changing Settings For information on the settings of the access point, refer to the operation guide of the access point, consult the administrator of the access point, or consult the public Internet access service provider. You can register up to 32 access points. If you begin the new registration using the Push-Button or PIN method during connection to a wireless LAN, the connection will be terminated.
  • Page 133 Changing Settings Wi-Fi networks which may be used with Reader Reader can connect to the following Wi-Fi. Your Home Wi-Fi Your office or school Wi-Fi Public Wi-Di, such as at coffee shops, hotels, or libraries. Standard IEEE 802.11b IEEE 802.11g Security WEP (128 bit/64 bit, Open System Key)
  • Page 134 Changing Settings Set the [Wi-Fi] option to [OFF] where the network connection is restricted or prohibited, such as in a hospital or in an airplane ( xx). Some public Wi-Fi services require log-in by using the Internet browser. Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 135: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If the Reader does not function as expected, try the following steps to resolve the issue. Reset the Reader by pressing the RESET hole 10) with a small pin or clip slide the power switch to restart the Reader. The content and settings stored on the Reader are not affected by resetting.

  • Page 136: Symptoms

    Troubleshooting Symptoms Power Battery cannot charge. Charge the battery within the temperature range of 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C) ( 19). Battery life seems short. The operating temperature is below 41°F (5°C). This is due to the battery characteristics and not a malfunction. The Reader is discharged automatically even when not in use for a prolonged period.
  • Page 137 Troubleshooting The Reader cannot turn on. Moisture condensation may have occurred. Wait for a few hours and then turn on the Reader. Battery power has been fully depleted. Charge the Reader by connecting to the computer via the supplied USB cable ( 12).
  • Page 138 Troubleshooting Wireless feature You cannot access the Reader Store. You are out of the network coverage area. To check the wireless status, see the wireless status icon in the status bar ( xx). You cannot find a purchased book on the Reader. The wireless connection may have been interrupted while you were downloading the book.
  • Page 139 Troubleshooting Reading contents A book cannot be read. If the book has an expiration date, confirm whether the book has already been expired ( 37). A book that has been transferred from your computer cannot be read. Either the Reader, your computer, or both may not have been authorized.
  • Page 140 Troubleshooting You cannot find a transferred book. Protected content on the Reader can be deleted if it is deleted from your computer after being connected. It is recommended to manage content using Reader Library. Books being transferred to the Reader by synchronization are deleted automatically if the same books are deleted in Reader Library before synchronization.
  • Page 141 Troubleshooting Connection to the computer The Reader cannot be operated. The Reader cannot be operated when connected to a computer via USB. Reader cannot charge by your computer If [Charging stopped] is displayed on the screen, check the conditions to charge the Reader again ( xx).

  • Page 142: Memory Card

    Troubleshooting Content cannot be transferred to the Reader from your computer. There is not enough free space on the Reader memory. Check [About] ( 89) for free space on internal memory, then delete unnecessary data. The Reader is not authorized. Authorize the Reader using Reader Library.
  • Page 143 Troubleshooting When inserting the memory card into the Reader, it may take time for the Reader to recognize the content files in the memory card especially if the number of the content files stored on the memory card is large. Content cannot be transferred to a memory card.
  • Page 144 Troubleshooting SIM card If the following message is displayed: “Your SIM card is not recognized. Please shut down your Reader, re-insert your SIM card and turn your Reader back on. ” Re-insert a SIM card according to the following procedure. Press the hole of SIM card with a small pin or clip.

  • Page 145: Precautions

    Precautions Reader Disposal Reference The built-in rechargeable battery of the Reader is recyclable. Do not remove the battery yourself, consult Sony Support Center ( 18). Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries...
  • Page 146 Precautions Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste.
  • Page 147 Notice for customers: the following information is only applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU directives The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany.
  • Page 148 Precautions If you have any questions about this product: Visit: www.sony.com/readersupport Contact: Sony “Digital Book Reader” Customer Support at 1-(866)-962-7669 Write: Sony Customer Information Service Center 12451 Gateway Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33913 Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.:...

  • Page 149: Safety Information

    Recorded content is limited to private use only. Use of the content beyond this limit requires permission of the copyright holders. Sony is not responsible for incomplete recording/downloading or damaged data due to problems of the Reader or computer. Be sure not to short-circuit the terminals of the Reader with metallic objects.
  • Page 150 Precautions of time. On the headphone Road Safety Do not use headphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas. It can also be potentially dangerous to play at a high volume while walking, especially at pedestrian crossings. You should exercise extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.
  • Page 151 SONY is not responsible for the unavailability of wireless connectivity or any interruptions of wireless service.
  • Page 152 Sample content is pre-installed in the Reader so that you can try them out right away. The pre-installed sample content is for the purpose of trial reading, viewing and listening. Note If you delete pre-installed sample content, you cannot restore it, and Sony will not supply any replacement content. Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 153: Notes On Memory Cards

    Notes Sony’s Memory Stick Duo™ media of up to 32 GB has been tested to work with the Reader. But the proper operation on all types of the Memory Stick Duo™ media is not guaranteed.
  • Page 154 Do not disassemble or modify a memory card. Do not allow a memory card to get wet. Avoid the following to prevent data damage. Sony does not provide any guarantee for damaged data. − Do not remove a memory card or turn off the Reader while reading or writing data.

  • Page 155: Copyright Notice

    (illustrations, related documents, etc.) in whole or in part without the permission of the copyright holder. Additionally, use of the data of this product or the contents of this manual is not allowed without Sony’s permission except for personal use.
  • Page 156 Copyright Notice document. Program ©2010 Sony Corporation Documentation ©2010 Sony Corporation Table of Contents Index...

  • Page 157: Gnu General Public License

    For the terms and conditions concerning GPL and LGPL, please refer to below. The source code for these software products is available on Sony’s website. To download, please visit the following URL: http://www.sony.net/Products/Linux/ Please note that Sony accepts no inquiries concerning the content of the source code.

  • Page 158: Supported File Formats

    Supported File Formats Supported File Formats The following file formats can be managed within Reader Library and transferred to your Reader. Book EPUB file (.epub file extension) EPUB (OPS version 2.0) supported PDF file (.pdf file extension) Support is based on the PDF 1.6 specification. BBeB (.lrf or .lrx file extension) Text file (.txt file extension) RTF file (.rtf file extension)
  • Page 159 Supported File Formats Picture JPEG file (.jpg or .jpeg file extension) GIF file (.gif file extension)* PNG file (.png file extension) BMP file (.bmp file extension) * For an animation GIF file, only the first frame will be shown. Note A large file size of picture may not be displayable, and its file will not appear in the list.

  • Page 160: System Requirements

    System requirements System Requirements Reader Library will work with the following operating systems. Description Microsoft Windows 7 Windows 7 Starter (32/64 bit) Windows 7 Home Basic Windows 7 Home Premium Windows 7 Professional Windows 7 Ultimate Microsoft Windows Windows Vista Home Basic with Vista (32/64 bit) Service Pack 2 or later Windows Vista Home Premium with...
  • Page 161 System requirements Windows: 800 MHz Celeron class processor or better Macintosh: Intel, PowerPC G3, G4 or G5 processor 128 MB or more (minimum 512 MB for Windows 7, Windows Vista) Free space on hard Windows: 100 MB or more disc Macintosh: 60 MB or more Depending on the content amount, more space may be required.

  • Page 162: Index

    Index Annotation......39 Index Appendix......106 Applications ......76 Symbols Applications menu....76 Audio ......85, 122 (Home) button..10, 29 [About] ........89 OPTIONS button ...10, 31 [Add] .........31, 69 (Page Turn) buttons..10 [Add Bookmark].....31,39 (Size) button..10, 47, 84 [Add to Collection]..31, 71 [All Notes] ....29, 46 [Adjust View] ....31, 52 [Applications] ...29, 76 [Applications Preference]...
  • Page 163 Index Charge/Busy indicator Dictionary....60, 82, 91 ........... 8, 12 Changing dictionary Charging the Reader ..12 ......31, 60, 91 Battery status....13 [Word Logs: Dictionary] ........35, 64 Charge/Busy indicator ........8, 12 Drawing ....41, 42, 77 Status indicators during [Darker] ........52 charging ......13 [Date and Time]....90 USB connector ..11, 12 [Date and Time Format] ..90...
  • Page 164 Index Holes for cover attachment ..........11 Features ........4 Home Menu......29 Finding a Note ......44 How to Get eBooks .....17 Annotation .......39 [Hide]/[Show]......33 Icons and types of note [History] ........32 in the [Notes] list ..45 Finding the notes in all contents ......46 Icons and types of note in [Format Memory] ..89, 95...

  • Page 165: Parts And Controls

    Index [List] ......33, 44 [Now Playing]....33, 86 Magazines .......29, 65 Memory card access indicator ........ 9 On-screen keyboard...26 Media slot......... 9 [Clear Keyboard History] Memory card....9, 113 ........89, 95 Memory Stick PRO Duo™ [Keyboard] ....88, 91 .........9, 113 Operation at book page..38 Memory Stick PRO Duo™...
  • Page 166 Index Power saving Tips....14 Power management..88, 92 Reader Library ......13 Charging the Reader..12 Reading Books......36 Power saving Tips...14 Reading Content....36 Power switch...... 8 Reading Periodicals ....65 Standby screen Removing contents ....78 ......34, 88, 94 Repeat ......34, 87 [Device Shutdown]..89 Reset.........96 Power switch......

  • Page 167: Specifications

    Index Settings ........88 [Standby Screen] ..88, 94 Shuffle ......34, 87 [System Management] .........88, 92 Slideshow....34, 83, 91 Sort ........34, 36 Specifications......19 Text Memo ......76, 80 Standby screen..34, 84, 94 On-screen keyboard..26 Status bar .......30 Touch screen ....10, 23 Status indicators during Troubleshooting ....96 charging ......13 [Table of Contents] .....32...

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